Solicitor – Family – Public Law Care – Stroud

Overview

In this role you will manage a diverse portfolio of public law children matters, focusing on care proceedings and related hearings. You’ll represent parents, children and other parties, advocate across Family Court stages, and prepare persuasive documents. You will collaborate with counsel, CAFCASS, local authorities and professionals, while ensuring Legal Aid compliance. Your contribution will support team growth and deliver strong outcomes for vulnerable clients in Stroud.

Pay / Benefits

• Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Contributions towards gym membership
• Flexible working considerations
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Comprehensive rewards and wellbeing scheme

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of public law children matters including care proceedings
• Represent parents, children and other parties throughout proceedings
• Advocacy at all stages of Family Court hearings
• Prepare clear, persuasive legal documentation (statements, position statements, bundles)
• Collaborate with counsel, CAFCASS, local authorities and other professionals
• Ensure compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and regulatory standards
• Contribute to development and growth of the team

Key requirements

• Solicitor with minimum 2 years PQE in Family Law
• Experience in public law care work and Legal Aid processes
• Confident managing a busy and complex caseload
• Strong advocacy skills and experience in the Family Court
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Experience supervising or willingness to supervise
• Panel membership (Children or Family) advantageous
• Strong IT and case management skills

• Strong communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Empathy
• Professionalism
• Case management systems
• Legal Aid processes

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